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Vinyl | Maintenance

Flooring, no matter how new or beautiful, is meant to be walked
upon. Vinyl flooring is no exception. Time and the onslaught of
foot traffic will most certainly take its toll. But take heart,
keeping your vinyl flooring as beautiful and inviting as the
day it was installed just requires a little knowledge. So,
check out the following advice and be a little smarter about
smart and stylish vinyl flooring.

New vinyl floors are extremely durable and long lasting, but
like any floor covering they still need regular maintenance to
stay looking like new. Follow these general guidelines for
vinyl flooring. For more detailed information always refer to
the manufacturer's written floor care procedures. You can’t
avoid wear on your vinyl flooring, but knowing how to care for
and maintain it can keep you floor in beautiful condition and
make it a source of pride for years to come.

for the first 24 hours after your
new vinyl floor is installed, protect all the seamed areas

keep the room at 68° F or greater
for at least 2 days after installation

do not roll heavy objects directly
on to a newly installed vinyl floor for at least 5 days

allow 5 days before thoroughly
washing your floor

lay plywood down before moving
heavy objects

check the condition of rollers and
casters before use

protect your vinyl floor by
covering the legs of furniture with felt protectors

remove dust, sand and grit
particles

dn’t use a vacuum with a beater
bar

rinse the floor thoroughly with
fresh water after cleaning

place non-staining, walk-off mats
or rugs at every outside entry to your room

be sure to avoid using
rubber-backed mats or rugs

use rugs specially designed for
vinyl floors

for spots or spills, wipe them up
immediately

make sure the floor’s manufacturer
recommends the cleaner you are using

avoid using abrasive scrubbing
tools

never use abrasive cleaners,
soaps, paste waxes, or solvents on your vinyl floor

if you purchased a PVC vinyl floor
you should consider placing 2-3 coats of the manufacturer’s
recommended floor polish on the floor immediately

cover open seams immediately

if your floor gets a cut or gouge
in it, cover the area immediately and call your flooring
professional

urethane floors finish can darken
over time

for more maintenance information
specific to your vinyl flooring, remember to consult the
manufacturers’ recommendations

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